Crazy Sexy Food is a podcast about people’s relationship with food, from the love of it to its role in their lives and careers. Photographer and foodie Hannah Harley Young interviews celebrities, restaurateurs, chefs and industry insiders. Each episode explores the stories behind the food and the people behind it, with topical banter along the way. The podcast is part of the wider Crazy Sexy Food show also found on YouTube.
Episodes
Tom Parker Bowles: Inside Royal Christmas & a Life in Food
This week we’re celebrating Christmas – with a twist! I’m joined by the wonderful and charismatic food writer, Tom Parker Bowles. Some may know his mother – Queen Camilla, some may know his brilliant writing, and some may have purchased one of his NINE books!Tom popped round for a coffee and chat and spoke all about his favourite Christmas traditions, what Christmas looked like in the Parker Bowle
Sadie Frost: The Truth About Fame, Britpop & Finding Herself Again
I’m joined by Sadie Frost for this week’s episode! Sadie is an actor, producer, director, fashion designer and now a qualified yoga teacher. Making a name for herself in the 90s, Sadie was part of a pop culture movement during the hedonistic Britpop era. These days, she’s more likely to be found in a jivamukti studio, eating clean and plant based, and living a life somewhat slower than the noughti
Amanda Cronin: RHOLDN Fame, Privacy & Her Most British Habit Ever!
Today I’m joined by my dear friend and star of The Real Housewives of London, Amanda Cronin! I’ve known Amanda for about 15 years now and seeing her light up my screens as the stand out star of Hayu's first-ever original series has made my life so much better!From an idyllic childhood in Hampshire, to the bright lights of London, Amanda is a go-getter, a strong, fierce, determined and resilien
Sian Welby: It Took Me Eight Years To Make It And Achieve My Dreams!
I’m joined this week by the gorgeous Sian Welby. She’s the host of the Capital Radio Breakfast Show, appears regularly on This Morning, and is a real bundle of joy and positivity! She popped over for a chat over a cuppa (apparently I made a good one!) and talked all about her upbringing in the East Midlands, her hustle from a young age to become a presenter (she filmed her first online show in the
Fatima Whitbread: From Abandoned Baby to World Champion
This week I’m joined but one of the most inspirational women I’ve ever met; Fatima Whitbread. As an Olympic javelin champion, and world record holder, Fatima’s lifestory is one that will blow your mind.Behind all the global success, Fatima’s start in life was not for the fainthearted. She was abandoned by her birth mother as a small baby and subsequently spent her childhood in the care system befo
Jussie Smollett: I Can’t Think About Those Who Don’t Believe Me
This week I’m joined by Jussie Smollett; actor, singer and all-around creative soul. Jussie is no stranger to the spotlight, since his first big break back in 1992 in The Mighty Ducks. He’s most known for portraying Jamal in Fox’s Empire, however, Jussie has also faced the dark side effects of fame. In 2019, Jussie was the victim of a hate crime in 2019, but he was then charged and found guilty of
Helen Goh: The Psychology of Baking and Connection
The gorgeous Helen Goh joins me this week on the sofa. As the pastry recipe developer extraordinaire, and long time member of the Ottolenghi family, Helen has been creating delicious bakes for over twenty years.As a trained psychologist, originally from Malaysia, Helen marries culture, heritage and childhood memories in her recipes. Her first solo cookbook, Baking and the Meaning of Life has just
Alfie Boe: From Fixing Cars to Winning a Tony
This week I’m joined by one of the greatest voices this country has produced, Alfie Boe! As one of Britain’s most celebrated tenors, his career has spanned opera, musical theatre and pop. He’s won a Tony, played Jean Valjean in Les Misérables too many times to count, and has performed at sold out arenas around the world.Alfie came over to discuss new music, the life of an operatic singer, how he b
Laurie Woolever: 'I know what Anthony Bourdain was really like!'
This week I’m joined by Laurie Woolever. You may not recognise her by name but you’ll definitely know the man she worked for! None other than Anthony Bourdain. As Tony’s assistant for many years up until his passing in 2018, Laurie has worked in the culinary world for decades as a food writer, recipe tester, cookbook author and also as the assistant to the infamous Mario Batali.She joined me earli
Michel Roux Jr: 'My father was ferocious with me in the kitchen!'
This week we have culinary royalty on the podcast! Michel Roux Jr popped round for a cup of coffee and a chat. Coming from such a prestigious family dynasty, we bonded over trying to prove yourself in a family business and the fact we are addicted to routine! Michel opened up about making the difficult decision in shutting Le Gavroche in 2024, his childhood growing up in the kitchen and his pride
Estelle: 'Meeting Kanye West in a chicken shop changed my life!'
Pinch me! I cannot believe Estelle came to my home, sat on my sofa and spent some time chatting all about life with little old me! I was – and still am – a huge fan of Estelle’s; she really defined the UK music scene in the early noughties. Fresh from LA, Estelle joins me this week to talk all about her new music, life growing up in London as one of NINE siblings, and the chance meeting she had wi
Emily English: 'I was told to lose weight!'
Welcome back and welcome to Season 12 of the Crazy Sexy Food podcast! I took a little break this year to focus on other exciting parts of the brand, but I’m back bigger and better than ever! We have a new set up, an array of incredible guests and exciting, meaningful conversations all around food, life and everything inbetween.We kick this season off with Emily English – aka Em the Nutritionist. S
Crazy Sexy Food Season 12 Trailer
It feels good to be back! You're in for a treat this season. From leading global chefs, actors, musicians - and a few special surprises, Season 12 is going to be the best yet! I’m also so excited to be working with Wayfair.co.uk on this season! Why? Because just like great food, a beautiful home should be full of personality, quality, and joy. Wayfair has everything to bring your dream space t
Double Dipping with... Bettina Campolucci Bordi
Today I’m double dipping with Bettina Campolucci Bordi. Since she came on the podcast back in 2020, we’ve remained firm friends. Just shows you the magic of podcasting! Bettina is a chef, recipe developer, cookbook author, culinary wellness expert, and she hosts incredible retreats around the world! What a job she has – if you can call it that! We’re at Osteria Angelina to try out some of their de
Double Dipping with... José Pizarro
Today I’m double dipping with Jose Pizarro. As the godfather of Spanish cooking in the UK, it may come as a surprise that he very nearly became a dentist rather than a chef! Just over 25 years ago, Jose arrived in the UK not speaking a word of English, worked his way up the ranks and is now the chef-owner of several critically acclaimed restaurants around London. He’s a true gem in the culinary wo
Double Dipping with... Francesco Mazzei
Today I’m double dipping with Francesco Mazzei. Considered one of the most renowned Italian chefs in the UK, he champions the cuisine of Southern Italy. He came on the special season of the podcast I hosted in partnership with Taste of London and I’ve considered him a friend since then. I love his generosity and Italian patriotism and can’t wait to Double Dip with him!
Double Dipping with... Sami Tamimi
Today I’m double dipping with Sami Tamimi. As the co-founder of Ottolenghi, he has helped bring Middle Eastern food to homes around the world, changing the way we eat and think about food. Although we haven’t seen eachother in a while, he’s been as busy as ever. He’s released a new cookbook, Boustany, which focuses on vegetable led dishes he grew up with in Palestine. Sami is incredibly talented,
Double Dipping with... Honey & Co
Today I’m double dipping with, Sarit and Itamar, the husband and wife duo behind one of my longstanding favourite spots, Honey & Co. They joined me on season 1 of the podcast and we delved into their backgrounds, the journey they’ve taken to opening and running such brilliant restaurants, and what influences their dishes. I’m here today to see what they’ve been up to over the last few years!
Double Dipping with... Gizzi Erskine
I am joined by the beauty that is Gizzi Erskine! Gizzi has been in the industry for years and she’s not just looks – but also substance! She trained at Leith’s, cut her teeth in many restaurants around the city including St John. Her knowledge of food is unmatched as well as her understanding of hospitality. She has owned and run several pop-up restaurants, written for many publications and has he
Double Dipping with... Pierre Koffmann
Today I’m joined by the godfather of French cooking. Pierre Koffmann is chef royalty in my eyes. His career spans over six decades and some of the biggest names in the culinary world have worked under him; Gordon, Marco, Marcus.. the list is endless. He’s a 3 Michelin starred chef – he won the stars for his restaurant, La Tante Claire, and is renowned as one of the most important French chefs of o
Double Dipping with... Lauren Mahon
I’m joined by Lauren Mahon; a dear friend of mine. We recorded in season 3(!), I didn’t know her then and off the back of the original episode, we have become firm friends. She’s the woman behind Girl Vs Cancer and a pioneer when it comes to talking about cancer, changing the narrative and bringing some positivity during dark times. Lauren was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 31 and star
Double Dipping with... Lorraine Candy
On this episode I’m joined by Lorraine Candy, the former editor-in-chief of ELLE, Sunday Times Style and Cosmopolitan. She’s an award winning journalist, best-selling author, fellow podcaster and has spent over three decades in the industry interviewing the who’s who of celebrity. Her chart topping podcast, Postcards from Midlife, details the positive stories of midlife women with wit and warmth,
Double Dipping with... Mark Wogan
On this episode I’m joined by Mark Wogan. He’s the brains behind one of my favourite pizza joints, Homeslice. He’s the host of the Spooning with Mark Wogan podcast, he’s on radio, he’s into biohacking. He’s a man with many interests it seems. He joined me on Season One, waaay back when and thankfully we’re still friends and he’s back for more!
Double Dipping with... Asma Khan
I’m joined by the formidable woman that is Asma Khan. Asma was the first British chef to appear on Netflix’s Chef’s Table and has been at the forefront of Indian cooking in the UK. Her restaurant, Darjeeling Express has taken on many personas and locations since she first opened – more on that in the episode. Her cooking is exciting, but also touches on the traditional inspiration of her country.
Double Dipping with... Richard Young
Welcome to Double Dipping! A new show featuring all my favourite guests from my chart topping podcast, BEFORE we started filming it. I'm sitting on six seasons of audio only episodes, so felt it was time to bring back some OG guests for a 'Double Dip'!I catch up with these lovely people, over their favourite food. Enjoy, eat and double dip!On this episode I'm joined by a guest who
Season 11: Episode 10: Special Episode with Teardrop Hotels
Today is not only the tenth and final episode of the season (sad times!!) but it’s a special episode, recorded all the way from Sri Lanka!!
I was kindly taken to this beautiful country before Christmas with Pepper & Seed PR to travel round four of the seven properties in the Teardrop Hotels collection. These stunning boutique hotels range from 4-bedroom houses nestled in the tea country, all t
Season 11: Episode 09: Calum Harris
I’m joined by cheeky chap, Calum Harris, this week who popped over to talk all things vegan, why he turned vegan, why he isn’t preachy about being a vegan and his new cookbook, Proper Healthy! We covered it all; his childhood and what he ate growing up, why he loves a ham crisp (!!!!) and why TikTok is better than Instagram! Controversial!
He even brought me food! Delicious chocolate and pistachi
Season 11: Episode 08: Candice Brown
This week I’m joined by Candice Brown, the winner and star from The Great British Bake Off, pub landlady of The Greenman in Eversholt, charity campaigner and all round great girl! We sat down just before the Christmas madness and spoke all about her experience on Bake Off, how it changed her life and catapulted her career, and the path she has travelled since.
Candice is brutally honest about deal
Season 11: Episode 07: Poppy O'Toole
I’ve finally got Poppy on the sofa! This week I’m joined by the Potato Queen herself, Poppy Cooks aka Poppy O’Toole. The social media sensation joined to talk all about her new book, The Actually Delicious Slow Cooker Cookbook, how COVID was the pivotal turn in her life, how she became “viral” and how she creates the brilliant content she puts out.
I’ve known Poppy for several years now, and watch
Season 11: Episode 06: Theo Randall
Today I’m joined by one of the best chefs of our generation, Theo Randall. As the chef proprietor at Theo Randall at the InterContinental in London, he is cooking up some of the best Italian foodn out there. He came over for a chat and we covered it all. Why Italian cookery is just so good, his favourite regional cuisines, earning his stripes (and the Michelin Star!) at The River Café, and we bond
Season 11: Episode 05: Jon Watts
This week comes one of the most inspirational stories you will hear. I’m joined by Jon Watts, who, at the age of 18 found himself in prison. During his time inside, he turned his life around, completed all 3 levels of the Duke of Edinburgh Award and was released as a full qualified chef. He worked at Jamie Oliver’s Italian restaurant before going on to set up his street food stall and catering bus
Season 11: Episode 04: Amanda Ross
This week I’m joined by a woman I’ve admired for years. Amanda Ross is the founder – alongside her husband – of Cactus TV, the production company that makes Saturday Kitchen and Between the Covers. As the nation’s most popular live cooking show, I’ve avidly watched Saturday Kitchen for years and to then realise the brains and powerhouse behind it was a strong female, I just had to get Amanda on.
W
Season 11: Episode 03: Raymond Blanc
It would have to take a special someone for me to bring the crew out of London, away from the set, to film an episode. And Raymond Blanc is indeed that special someone.
We travelled to the magical Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons in Oxfordshire, where Raymond resides, to film a truly special conversation. Sat amongst the famous gardens, we spoke all about his childhood growing up in France, his somewha
Season 11: Episode 02: Tasha Ghouri
Welcome to episode two! I’m joined by Tasha Ghouri this week, the star of Love Island and this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. Tasha is a real force of nature – for the greater good. She was the first deaf islander to appear on the show and has used her platform to educate and raise awareness for deaf charities and what it’s like to live with a cochlear implant.
She also wrote a book earlier this ye
Season 11: Episode 01: Andi Peters
She’s baaaackk!!! It was a long time coming but I am finally here, on your airwaves with a bumper SEASON 11! I cannot believe how far I have come and this season is not going to disappoint.
I had to kick things off with one of my childhood greats, Andi Peters. He presented my favourite Saturday morning show, Live & Kicking, and is still as busy as ever as he hosts the ITV competitions througho
Crazy Sexy Food Season 11 Trailer
Welcome to Season 11! Let's go!
Season 10: Episode 06: Camilla Kerslake & Chris Robshaw
For the season finale, I had to get my favourite couple on! Camilla Kerslake and Chris Robshaw are the perfect mix of fun, cheeky, talented and inspirational! In this episode, we talk all about how food is so intertwined in both their careers as a classical singer (Camilla!) and a pro ruby player (Chris). We discover Chris’s love of win and his entry into wine investments, and we find out all abou
Season 10: Episode 05: Candice Brathwaite
TW: Conversations about birth trauma and eating disorders feature in this episode.
Candice Brathwaite is a force to be reckoned with and so it was a huge pleasure to welcome her to my Four Seasons Hotel suite for a good ol’ chat. This is a particularly special episode for me, as you’ll find out towards the end of the chat when I disclose to Candice that I’m going into hospital that night to have
Season 10: Episode 04: Captain Sandy Yawn
This week I have the Queen of the Seas, the star of Bravo’s Below Deck, Captain Sandy Yawn! I’m still pinching myself that I got to chat with her and she’s on the podcast! I am the biggest Below Deck fan and I got to grill her on all the yacht antics, her favourite on-board chefs, what makes a great chef on these yachts and how she leads a crew.
Sandy’s had an incredibly colourful life, with some
Season 10: Episode 03: Claude Bosi
This week I’m joined by Michelin starred chef, Claude Bosi. Fresh off of gaining yet another star, he comes over the the Four Seasons Hotel for breakfast in bed. We talk all about his childhood growing up in Lyon, France, what his stars mean to him and what he looks for in a chef. We enjoyed some hilarious moments, namely over a plate of French toast!
It was a real pleasure to sit down with such a
Season 10: Episode 02: Lady Leshurr
What an action packed episode I have for you this week! The Queen of British rap, Lady Leshurr joins me to talk all about her Kittitian heritage, why she loves conch so much and what the last few years have been like. She’s been on a bit of an hiatus, but she’s back bigger and better than ever and there are new tunes on the horizon!
She discusses her greatest love of all; salmon. She lives and bre
Season 10: Episode 01: Prue Leith
I am back!!! It only took a year but I am here, live and direct, Season 10 baby! I am so incredibly excited to be back on the airwaves giving you that little dose of crazy, sexy foodie chats with some brilliant guests, and how else do I kick off the season than with the Dame herself, Prue Leith!
She joined me in bed at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, over some delicious room service an
Special Episode! Busted
I am so, so, so excited to bring you this SPECIAL EPISODE with the one and only Busted!! Just as they prep for their upcoming tour, and on the week of their much-anticipated new album, the boys popped over for a cup of coffee and chat about their life in food, what it was like breaking out into the music industry in the early 2000s, and what their predictions are for the Year 3000!
Charlie, James
Season 9: Episode 10: Chantelle Nicholson
It’s the FINALE!!!! Season 9 is a wrap! And what a season it’s been.
I wanted to finish strong and get my lovely friend, Chef Chantelle Nicholson on for a chinwag. We talk all about her rise to culinary fame as the chef-owner of Apricity in London. We discuss her Green Michelin Stars, why we need to be more conscious about how and what we eat to lead a more sustainable life, her childhood in New Z
Season 9: Episode 09: Zak Abel
It was a breath of fresh air to have Zak Abel join me on this week’s episode. Fresh off the stage from performing at the King’s Coronation concert, to releasing a brand new single, to prepping for his upcoming Autumn tour, Zak is a very talented man!
We talk all about his early career as a table tennis champion (!!), why he’s into healthy eating, the reasons he turned vegan and we have an absolute
Season 9: Episode 08: Calum Franklin
I am overjoyed to have Calum Franklin on this podcast this week! For those not in the food world, you may not know him by name but you may have been lucky to have tried his food – particularly, his pies!! Coined as the King of Pies by Jamie Oliver, Calum is the ex-executive chef of Holborn Dining Rooms at the Rosewood Hotel in London, as well as the man who started up The Pie Room; an entire conce
Season 9: Episode 07: Paul Ainsworth
This week I’m joined by one of the nicest men in the game, Mr Paul Ainsworth. The Michelin starred chef owns No6 Padstow in Cornwall amongst a plethora of restaurants and guesthouses in the area.
He trained under the watchful eye of some of the greatest chefs of a generation; Gary Rhodes, Gordon Ramsay et al. He won his star in 2013 and has gone on to be one of the best chefs in the UK right now.
Season 9: Episode 06: Anna Friel & Gracie Friel *100th Special Episode!!*
Today calls for a celebration! Today marks the 100th episode!!!! I cannot believe we have some so far!
It only felt right to get a fabulous guest, or shall I say, two guests, on to commemorate such a milestone. And so, this week I welcome the fabulous and gorgeous Anna Friel and her daughter Gracie. This is my first mother-daughter duo; they’re super close just like my mum and I and so it felt ri
Season 9: Episode 05: Avelino
I am delighted to introduce rapper and musician, Avelino, to the Crazy Sexy Food house this week! Born in Angola and raised in Tottenham, Avelino’s foray into the music world goes waaaay back. He’s been making tunes for over a decade, he can name Stormzy and Wretch 32 as his biggest fans and he even has a family restaurant, Deluxe Manna, in North London cooking up Congolese food!
He’s a true Manch
Season 9: Episode 04: Gennaro Contaldo
This week I have a true Italian food maestro, Gennaro Contaldo. He’s been on our screens, pairing up with his late, dear friend and another Italian food leader, Antonio Carluccio. He’s the man who taught Jamie Oliver the secret of Italian cooking and he’s the author of several cookbooks and the face of many a TV show.
His new cookbook, out now, Gennaro’s Cucina, focuses on the heart and soul of I
Season 9: Episode 03: Ivan Orkin
This week, New York is in the house!!! I have the King of the Slurp, Ivan Orkin, over to chat all things ramen, Japan, Chef’s Table and what a proper noodle slurp actually is.
Ivan found himself in Japan, as a New Yorker and did the thing most of us wouldn’t; he went and opened a ramen joint in Tokyo. Ramen and especially noodles are a Japanese delicacy. I wanted to find out the challenges he face
Season 9: Episode 02: Paul McKenna
This week I am so excited to have Paul McKenna on the podcast! The worldwide renowned, celebrity hypnotist is known for helping some of the most successful people in the world overcome habits, addictions and phobias.
He has had a hugely successful TV career as well as selling over 10 million copies of his books. In fact his book, I Can Make You Thin is the best-selling self-help book of all time!
Season 9: Episode 01: Nancy Silverton
Welcome back to the Crazy Sexy Food podcast SEASON 9!!! I cannot believe we’re into the 9th season, and I’m back bigger and better than ever.
What better way to kick things off than with Nancy Silverton; the queen of bread, the sandwich making maestro, the pizzaiola extraordinaire. Since opening La Brea Bakery in LA, Nancy brought artisanal breads and pastries to America. She’s won a James Beard F
Season 8: Episode 10: Ronni Ancona
This week I am joined by one of the funniest women alive, Ronni Ancona. Best known for her time on the BBC’s The Big Impression starring alongside Alistair McGowan, Ronni’s impressions of some of the most famous faces in pop culture has made her a bit of a national treasure!
I thought it would be a brilliant, lighthearted episode to end the season with, as she talks about her childhood growing up
Season 8: Episode 09: Paul Feig
I am finally joined by Hollywood royalty!! It only took 8 seasons to get there! Paul Feig popped over for a chat, and a couple cocktails to talk all about directing Bridesmaids (my fav film ever!), what the life of a director is really like and why he prefers his martinis stirred NOT shaken.
Paul Feig has been a main player in the entertainment industry for years, and has put his hand to the likes
Season 8: Episode 08: Olia Hercules & Alissa Timoshkina of #CookForUkraine
I am incredibly honoured to bring you a very special episode this week. I’d like to highlight that this is a very emotional and sensitive conversation between myself and Olia Hercules and Alissa Timoshkina, the ladies behind #CookForUkraine; the global movement of supper clubs, restaurants and chefs supporting the people of Ukraine, since the atrocities began earlier this year.
It was a privilege
Season 8: Episode 07: Clare Smyth
This week the powerhouse that is Clare Smyth MBE, joins me in my humble kitchen to talk all about being a Michelin starred chef, running 2 restaurants on opposite sides of the world and what it’s really like for a female chef in the restaurant industry.
This was a real honour for me and I was definitely fan girl-ing! Clare is the only female chef in the UK with 3 Michelin stars and is a fierce, fa
Season 8: Episode 06: Lerato
This week, Lerato Umah-Shaylor joins me to talk all about the beauty of African cooking. Her new cookbook, Africana, takes us on a journey from north to south, east to west; celebrating all that the continent has to offer.
We discuss the politics of jollof rice, and I blow her away with my own jollof rice, which she loved! She opens up about her incredibly interesting childhood both here in the UK
Season 8: Episode 05: Maimie McCoy
What a gorgeous woman Maimie McCoy is! The British actress came over for a chat about her childhood growing up in a restaurant in Yorkshire, her nostalgic memories of both our childhood restaurant San Lorenzo, and how she learns her lines for each production she’s on.
We talk about her brilliant career, working on productions such as ITV’s Van der Valk, the BBC’s The Muskateers and the film The Vi
Season 8: Episode 04: Ainsley Harriott
You are in for SUCH a treat this week my lovely listeners. The OG TV chef, the king of the cooking show, Ainsley Harriott joined me at the kitchen table to talk all about growing up in South London, his short career as a singer in a band, why hula hoops are the best crisps ever and why Ready, Steady, Cook is still the best cooking show of all time!
Ainsley is also back on our screens at the moment
Season 8: Episode 03: Amanda Wakeley
This week I am joined by the wonderful Amanda Wakeley! The fashion designer is known the world over for her clean and glamourous signature style. She has dressed some of the most famous women in the world including Princess Diana, Michelle Obama and Angelina Jolie.
Most recently, Amanda has delved into the podcasting world launched her debut show, Amanda Wakeley: Style DNA, which sees her delve in
Season 8: Episode 02: Lorraine Copes
I am so excited to introduce you to Lorraine Copes, the founder of Be Inclusive Hospitality. BIH is a non-profit organisation set up to advance racial inequality in hospitality, food and drink. Launched in 2020, Lorraine’s background working some of the most well known restaurant brands, has paved the way for her to really shine the light on the lack of diversity within the industry and make the m
Season 8: Episode 01: Melanie Blatt
I’m back for Season 8!! I cannot believe we’re here already and I have one of the best line ups for you this season.
I am kicking things off with the one and only Melanie Blatt from All Saints. Her and the other girls were part of one of the best selling girl bands of all time and are known for their killer tunes Never Ever, Bootie Call and Pure Shores.
In recent months, Mel competed on Celebrity
Season 7: Episode 12: Susan Young
To commemorate the Season 7 finale, I have my mum, Susan Young, on!! You are in for such a treat to get to meet the woman who has inspired me, fed me and loved me my whole life!I felt like after 7 seasons it was time to introduce the queen in my life, my best friend, my “momager”, my disco diva!Mum delves into her incredible childhood between Iran, Norfolk and London and how it set her up for life
Season 7: Episode 11: Chris Baber
I met Chris Baber over food - of course - at an amazing party at Nobu full of the best canapes! We positioned ourselves right by the kitchen doors – in the firing line, and now it was time to get him over for a chat!Chris reminisces being a child cooking in Northumberland with his granddad; he was influenced by the greats like Ainsley, Gordon and Rick! He went on to win a cooking competition on th
Season 7: Episode 10: Sabrina Ghayour
I’ve followed Sabrina Ghayour’s career for a while now, and so it was a huge pleasure to finally have her on the podcast.She’s just launched her new cookbook, Persiana Everyday, which was a tough process to write as she wrote it through lockdown, whilst dealing with all the things complexities that have come with the last 2 years. It was also challenging to actually write down the recipes she was
Season 7: Episode 09: Glyn Fussell
I am so happy I have finally met the man himself, Glyn Fussell. And he came to my house. And he loves my granola!The LGBTQ+ trailblazer joined me to talk all about his epic brand and club night, Sink the Pink, co-founding the festival The Mighty Hoopla, and more recently his new podcast and debut book, Manifesto for Misfits.Glyn grew up in Bristol in a huuuuuge family – he’s one of seven! And it w
Season 7: Episode 08: Clodagh McKenna
Clodagh McKenna oozes the most joyful energy, she has the perfect sultry Irish accent, and she came with a signed cookbook for me. What more could you want?!Arriving straight from the This Morning studios, where she’d been whipping up delicious food, the self-proclaimed farmer runs an entire farm at her home in Hampshire. She has it all; animals, fruit and veg and even her own pub!Clodagh reminisc
Season 7: Episode 07: Jo Malone CBE
Every now and again I sit down with someone who has a profound effect on me. Jo Malone is one of those people. As the founder of Jo Malone London and Jo Loves, she is the queen of fragrance with her sixth sense of knowing how scents work, and putting different notes together to create some of the best smells in the world.This was an incredibly open and honest conversation, and at times emotional.
Season 7: Episode 06: Ken Hom
I sat down with one of my childhood culinary heroes (and my dad’s!), Ken Hom. He recorded from his gorgeous house in France, where he splits his time between there and Thailand.Ken is one of the most celebrated TV chefs of our generation, bringing the flavours of Chinese cooking to our homes. We cover his life in food; how he got into the culinary scene and why he’s still traumatised from his firs
Season 7: Episode 05: Asma Khan
What an honour to have Asma Khan on this week’s podcast. The star – and only British and female chef to be featured on Chef’s Table on Netflix! Asma is a leader in the culinary world; speaking up about women in food, putting women in the kitchen and making space for us!She emotionally opens up to me about writing her new book, Ammu, and how it was a dedication to her mother, the love for
Season 7: Episode 04: Eric Lanlard
I absolutely loved sitting down with my good friend, Eric Lanlard, the French pâtissier extraordinaire. We recorded from his baking school in South West London, Cake Boy, which is the cake emporium you need to know about!Growing up in North West France, Eric knew what he wanted to do since he was 5 years old and signed up to his local patisserie to make sure he was taken on as an apprentice as a t
Season 7: Episode 03: Shiza Shahid
It was a pleasure to host Shiza Shahid at my home, the co-founder and owner of Our Place – the cookware brand taking the world by storm.But Our Place is a mere fraction of what this incredible woman stands for. She also co-founded the Malala Fund in 2013, and has fought for women’s rights and the right for education for young girls since she was a teenager. She is completely in line with my e
Season 7: Episode 02: Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Richard Jones
What better way to bring in episode 2 than with my first ever couple! And they’re not just any couple… Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Richard Jones are the ultimate couple of all couples!They work together; Richard plays base in Sophie’s band, they parent together; they have 5 children (not 3, Hannah!! Listen in to hear my huge mess up!), and they have now written a cookbook together; Love Food Family! I
Season 7: Episode 01: Grace Dent
I’M BACKKKK!!!!! And it feels so good! Thank you for sticking around this long! How are we onto Season 7 already?!I thought I’d treat you all and kick the season off in style, with the sultry tones of Grace Dent, the restaurant critic, broadcaster and author! I have officially given her the title of National Treasure; a name she is beyond excited to receive.She discusses her show with Ainsley Harr
Crazy Sexy Food X Taste Special Series: DJ BBQ
We’ve come to the fourth and final instalment of the CSF X Taste Special Series! It’s been so wonderful sitting down with some of the amazing chefs that make Taste what it is!This week, I leave you with a real BANGER! I’m joined by the man himself, DJ BBQ.Regarded as somewhat of a celebrity in the BBQ scene, this has to be one of the best and most hilarious conversations I’ve had! What a guy he is
Crazy Sexy Food X Taste Special Series: Santo Remedio
This week I am joined by Edson Diaz-Fuentes and his wife Natalie Feary, the duo behind Santo Remedio. The Mexican restaurants, found in London Bridge and Shoreditch, are bringing the real flavours of Mexico to London. This was a conversation about one of – if not my number one – favourite cuisines!Edson remembers queuing up for tamales in Kindergarten; depicting beautiful memories of his childhood
Crazy Sexy Food X Taste Special Series: Genevieve Taylor
Genevieve Taylor is a trooper! She had an injured leg but still went ahead with this recording, opting to lie horizontally throughout the entire episode! I love her!We debate our love for marmite, her idyllic childhood in Cornwall and beyond, and we bond over being inherently greedy women!She gives us some great tips and tricks for BBQing this summer (although we do talk about the fact BBQs aren’t
Crazy Sexy Food X Taste Special Series: Vivek Singh
I am so excited to be partnering with Taste of London Festival as their official podcast this year!For the month run up to this year’s festival (15-19th June!) I will be sitting down with some of the famous faces of Taste.This week I am joined by Taste legend, Vivek Singh, who kindly hosted me at The Cinnamon Club in London. He talks all about his childhood growing up in West Bengal, India, h
Season 6: Episode 12: Judy Joo
I can’t believe we’ve come to the end of Season 6! Thank you again for joining me on this incredible journey, continuously supporting and listening to me. Don’t worry – I’ll be back sooner than you think for another bigger and better season!To finish things off, I’m joined by Judy Joo, the Korean chef behind shows such as Iron Chef and restaurants JinJuu and Seoul Bird.She opens up about her child
